Visit Sacred Mount Fuji and the Chureito Pagoda in Japan
The symbol of Japanese culture, an active volcano with a symmetrical cone, protruding for 3 776 m (12 389 ft) and making it the highest mountain in the country, carries a historic, cultural and religious meaning. Along with Mount Tate and Mount Haku it is one of “Three Holy Mountains”: for centuries it has attracted pilgrims.
Today people visit it for various reasons. Climbing the mountain is one of the most popular and favorite activities. More adventurous characters also love paragliding. As Fuji is surrounded with five beautiful lakes, various festivals take place around it as well. Fuji Shibazakura Festival, tea fields and Lake Kawaguchi are also places not to miss once around.
The view of the mountain and the Chureito Pagoda is an iconic one, prevalent in the pictures. It is part of the Arakura Sengen Shrine, built in the 8th century, found in the city of Fujiyoshida. The panoramic views are indeed breathtaking at any time of the day or year; at night though the site gets inundated with a sea of dazzling urban lights.
Why to go there?: A historically and geographically significant place, Mount Fuji is a holy site and a must-see once in Japan.
When to go there?: The best time to climb it is from July to August. Panoramic views with blooming sakuras at the pagoda take place in spring. Lake Kawaguchi and its surroundings are beautiful in summer as well as autumn.
How to get there?: Easy access by bus or train. It is only 100 km (62 mi) away from Tokyo. It is only about 15 minutes walk to Arakura Sengen Shrine from Shimo-Yoshida Station.
Photo: Kenui Yamamura
Photo: Jirat Srisabye
Photo: Cat A
Photo: Anish Adhikari
Source: Places to See In Your Lifetime
Today people visit it for various reasons. Climbing the mountain is one of the most popular and favorite activities. More adventurous characters also love paragliding. As Fuji is surrounded with five beautiful lakes, various festivals take place around it as well. Fuji Shibazakura Festival, tea fields and Lake Kawaguchi are also places not to miss once around.
The view of the mountain and the Chureito Pagoda is an iconic one, prevalent in the pictures. It is part of the Arakura Sengen Shrine, built in the 8th century, found in the city of Fujiyoshida. The panoramic views are indeed breathtaking at any time of the day or year; at night though the site gets inundated with a sea of dazzling urban lights.
Why to go there?: A historically and geographically significant place, Mount Fuji is a holy site and a must-see once in Japan.
When to go there?: The best time to climb it is from July to August. Panoramic views with blooming sakuras at the pagoda take place in spring. Lake Kawaguchi and its surroundings are beautiful in summer as well as autumn.
How to get there?: Easy access by bus or train. It is only 100 km (62 mi) away from Tokyo. It is only about 15 minutes walk to Arakura Sengen Shrine from Shimo-Yoshida Station.
Photo: Kenui Yamamura
Photo: Jirat Srisabye
Photo: Cat A
Photo: Anish Adhikari
Source: Places to See In Your Lifetime
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Visit Sacred Mount Fuji and the Chureito Pagoda in Japan
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